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Laredo · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laredo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Laredo is cracking down on pet neglect with new rules that hit bad owners where it hurts. After a recent cruelty case made headlines, the city is pushing for stricter penalties to keep local animals safe and off the streets.
The city is looking to give most employees a 4% total pay bump (2% for inflation and 2% for tenure). It's a way to keep good workers on the payroll.
Webb County is ditching the Laredo Medical Center polling site for four new locations. It’s supposed to make voting easier, but there’s a real fear that switching things up will just leave voters confused on election day.
The commission is reviewing new residential plans for the Las Aves East area. This will impact future housing availability and local infrastructure needs in that district.
Police and fire unions are negotiating new contracts. They are asking for better pay and more staff to keep the city safe, while the city tries to balance these costs with the overall budget.
Laredo's city cemetery is closed indefinitely due to flood damage. Residents will have to wait for updates on when services can resume.
Laredo might have to erase a powerful anti-border-wall mural downtown. Governor Abbott is threatening to pull state funding if the city doesn't comply, putting local art at odds with political power.
Laredo city council has scrapped the 2021 ordinance designed to deal with vacant buildings downtown. They're hitting the reset button to figure out a new approach for empty storefronts.
Laredo is kicking off National Travel and Tourism Week with a new report highlighting how tourism pumps money into the local economy. They're also launching a mobile visitor center to attract even more people to spend their cash here.
City council is standing by a $6 million land deal that's getting some heat. One councilmember says it's not a bad move for Laredo, despite a report raising questions.
Get ready, Laredo! Your City Council is meeting soon to tackle some huge decisions that could reshape our city. They're talking about expanding the arena, figuring out how to pay for our international bridges, and even if we should annex new neighborhoods. Big changes could be on the horizon!
Laredo is gearing up for its flagship three-day cultural and economic festival featuring international artisans, food, workshops, and a 5K run at Sames Arena.
The committee approved funding to move forward with the design phase of this critical interchange project to improve traffic flow.
Laredo's City Council is getting serious about how border projects like walls and buoys could mess with our city. They're launching a study to figure out the real impact, even though some folks are already worried about their neighborhoods and the environment.
Laredo is letting federal agents check out city land for the border wall, but they're also hiring their own experts. This way, the city can get a handle on how the wall and buoys might mess with the Rio Grande and make sure their concerns are heard.
Residents are frustrated by constant loud noise and ineffective police enforcement, leading the city to consider higher fines and better equipment.
Tired of bumpy rides? Laredo's launching a new road maintenance project to fix those annoying potholes and make your daily commute way smoother. It's all about keeping our streets in better shape for longer.
Residents and council members are pushing for the construction of overpasses at Cierrito Lindo and Sierra Vista to help with traffic and development.
The city is launching a mobile health initiative to bring screenings and preventive care directly to neighborhoods, making it easier for residents to access health services.
Laredo is using federal grant funding to restore the historic old federal courthouse and set up a small business support center. Officials hope this project will spark further private investment, fix aging infrastructure, and bring more visitors and businesses downtown.
Laredo health officials and the Mayor highlighted the ongoing threat of tuberculosis in our border region, emphasizing that early detection, community education, and binational cooperation are essential to keeping residents safe.
Families are struggling to find local ABA therapy for children with autism, often facing long waitlists.